Those who have passed the giant Sikor billboards around the city, or caught a glimpse of Silkor’s villa in Khalidiya can be forgiven for thinking the brand just specialises in laser hair removal. They are experts in the field of course, but Silkor actually offers much more. With the harsh summer behind us, Abu Dhabi Week thought it time to treat our parched, dull skin to a special December promotion that renews and brightens.

So what’s the deal?
The treatment starts with a session of diamond micro-dermabrasion. After skin is cleansed and prepped, the gentle, abrasive tool (tipped with diamonds, no less) gets to work – vacuuming away the debris (namely dead skin cells that cause a lacklustre appearance) from the surface. The treatment offers instant results; fine lines and the appearance of large pores are reduced, blackheads are removed: the works. Below the skin’s surface, collagen levels and elasticity has improved, and your epidermal cell structure has been regenerated – all while you’ve lain back and relaxed.

You then have the chance to spoil your skin with the Silkor White Plus Collagen facial. Perfect for brightening up the complexion and dealing with pigmentation, the treatment is suitable for all skin types and just as fuss free and relaxing as the micro-dermabrasion. The long-lasting treatment targets fine lines and wrinkles, freckles and age spots – all while you lie back under a collagen-packed mask that applied wet to the face, dries, and when peeled off, reveals instantly brighter skin.

Why go?
For instant results that last a long time: we leave with positively radiant skin, and the effects of the treatment can still be noted days later. Skin is hydrated, plump, firm and bright, not to mention soft to the touch too. It’s a hassle-free, painless solution to tired skin that has to work hard in a harsh urban environment.

Why not?
The mask is possibly a little disconcerting if you happen to suffer from claustrophobia. It’s more than worth a little time under wraps though.

Charlie Kennedy